Special Education Paraeducator: Inspire Student Growth

Mount Pleasant Community School District

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 38,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Mount Pleasant Community School District is seeking an Associate/Paraeducator to support a safe, positive teaching and learning environment, assisting in the development of students’ physical and intellectual growth. You will help supervise students, implement behavior strategies, and support teachers with classroom activities and small-group instruction.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with a Para Educator certificate or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

Earned high school diploma or education equivalent.
High School Diploma or GED.
Para Educator Certificate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with FERPA.
Supervise and assist students, including out of classroom activities (bus duty, recess, field trips, lunchroom).
Implement behavior management strategies using the same emphasis and techniques as the teacher.
Perform clerical duties as assigned (copying, filing, bulletin boards, grading papers, typing).
Assist students in use of computers.
Carry out teacher's educational plans for small groups or individual students including serving students who may have IEPs or 504 Plans.
Monitor student progress using the same method as the teacher.
Communicate with teachers regarding the progress of students.
Attend staffing at the request of the teacher, principal or parent.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the principal.